Vulnerable Adults
We work in partnership with the Police and Health Service to keep you safe. This work includes safeguarding and responding to the abuse of vulnerable adults. By vulnerable we mean, adults who
- are aged 18 years or over
- are in receipt of, or eligible for community care services because of illness, disability or age
- may be unable to take care of themselves
- may be unable to protect themselves from significant harm or exploitation.
Find out more about what to do if you suspect someone you know is being abused, or if you’re suffering yourself
Downloads
This is an easy read booklet which gives information about adult abuse. (1.16 MB)